As Black Friday draws ever closer, it's almost time for a whole host of great Chromebook deals. November has arrived, which means we're going to start seeing early discounts crop up very soon - if not already.
This year, Black Friday will take place on November 29, which means we've still got a few weeks to go until the big day itself. That doesn't mean we won't see some solid deals appearing in the coming weeks, though - if you already have plans to pick up a cheap laptop this holiday season, be sure to bookmark this page and check back often, because I'll be updating it with the best Chromebook discounts as they start to drop throughout the month.
In the meantime, you can find a list of some of the best laptop deals currently in circulation, and I've answered some common questions about the best Chromebooks for anyone who is uncertain about making the leap to ChromeOS or just wants to know more about these Google-powered laptops before making a purchase. I've also included some of last year's very best deals, to help provide you with a reference point before the sales kick off properly.
Today's best laptop deals in the US
- Amazon: discounts on Chromebooks already live
- Best Buy: laptops and Chromebooks from $139, sale starts on November 8
- Target: up to 25% off Chromebooks
- Walmart: big savings on Chromebooks, sale starts on November 11
Today's best laptop deals in the UK
- Amazon: deals from £199.99
- Argos: cheap Chromebooks from £179, early Black Friday sale live now
- Currys: up to £500 off Apple, Lenovo & Acer, Black Friday sale live until Dec 2
- John Lewis: Asus & HP from £159.99
As Computing Editor at TechRadar, you'd better believe that I've seen a laptop or two in my day. In fact, I've personally tested dozens of Chromebooks, and while I do most of my work on Windows these days, I've got a certain fondness for Google's excellent laptop brand - not least because they tend to offer great value for money, and are easily accessible for those who aren't super tech-savvy.
Black Friday Chromebook deals: FAQs
When will the Black Friday Chromebook deals start in 2024?
While the actual Black Friday sales event takes place on November 29, we're guaranteed to see a ton of great deals land before the actual day itself. There was once a time when we'd urge caution and patience - but with how early retailers kick off their sales now, it's smart to keep your eye out as we approach Black Friday in the next two weeks in case you see a great deal pop up. Remember: once they're gone, they're gone.
Is Black Friday the best time to buy a Chromebook?
In truth, Black Friday is the best time buy an awful lot of things - and that definitely includes Chromebooks. In the midst of an economic downturn, people have been shrinking their budgets when it comes to tech. Fortunately, that could mean retailers have plenty of stock they want to shift, so we should see some great deals this year.
Although some Chromebooks will see a price drop prior to Black Friday that then doesn't shift until after the sale is over, it's worth bearing in mind that some early discounts will actually get deeper on the day itself, so patience can be valuable. Of course, if a truly excellent deal appears before November 29, it might sell out - so I'll be sure to highlight any particularly great early-bird discounts.
What Black Friday Chromebook deals should I expect?
With new Chromebook Plus models hitting stores last year, we will no doubt see shrinking price tags among existing Chromebooks - and having seen a few different Plus models, I feel comfortable saying that you don't urgently need to spring for one of those more premium machines if all you want is a simple laptop for work or school.
As for exactly which brands we expect to see discounted, well... it's all of them, really! All the big names like HP, Asus, Acer, Lenovo, and Samsung are expected to have Chromebook deals running up to, during, and just after Black Friday and Cyber Monday, so you'll be spoilt for choice.
Why trust TechRadar this Black Friday
We've covered Black Friday for over a decade here at TechRadar and we've learned when all the best sales start and how to uncover all of the top deals. We also monitor sales throughout the year and track the lowest prices of dozens of the most popular products, so we know a bargain when we see it.
We've been testing Chromebooks for as long as they've existed as a type of laptop (way back in 2011!), so you can be assured that we know what we're talking about. Our testing process is rigorous, and with budget products like cheap laptops, we're sure to take value for money into account when rendering our judgments. We'll be using the expertise of many members of the TechRadar team when it comes to hunting down the best deals, and I'll compile them all for your convenience right here.
Combined, we'll bring you the best Black Friday deals on all the top-rated and well-reviewed products available to buy right now so you come away with some excellent tech at a great price.
Last year's best Black Friday Chromebook deals in the US
Last year's best Black Friday Chromebook deals in the UK
